Jose Maria Córdova International Airport

SKRG / MDE

Medellín, CO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKRG 222200Z VRB01KT 9999 BKN020 18/14 Q1023 RMK/RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,955 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,955 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Jose Maria Córdova International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 19:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
791 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,955 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,663 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,692 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SKRG 221655Z 2218/2318 VRB02KT 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 2219/2223 6000 SHRA BKN020CB BECMG 2304/2306 4000 BR BKN008 TEMPO 2309/2312 2000 BR OVC005 BECMG 2313/2316 9999 NSW SCT020 TX22/2219Z TN12/2309Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
04:00Z BECMG
+6h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
09:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KRG
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 11,286 ft 148 ft ASP 360° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKRG

5,243 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.1%
MVFR
33.6%
IFR
12.6%
LIFR
2.6%

Jose Maria Córdova International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.8 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 16.7°C (range: 10°C to 24°C). Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
29%
NE
17.9%
E
6.3%
SE
11.2%
S
9.7%
SW
10.7%
W
5.7%
NW
6%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.7°C
Range: 10°C to 24°C
10°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,243 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jose Maria Córdova International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKRG
IATA Code: MDE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,955 ft MSL

Location

City: Medellín
Country: CO
Latitude: 6.164540°
Longitude: -75.423100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 11,286 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jose Maria Córdova International Airport

Overview

Jose Maria Córdova International Airport serves Medellín, Colombia, positioned at a high elevation of 6,955 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport plays a critical role in regional aviation connectivity, handling diverse flight operations in the Antioquia region. Its significant runway length of 11,286 feet accommodates a wide range of aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Jose Maria Córdova present predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) environments, with 54.8% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Pilots can expect moderate variability, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 30% of the time and Instrument Flight Rules conditions emerging in 12.3% of observations. Temperature remains stable, averaging 16.7°C with a comfortable range between 10°C and 24°C.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 6,955 feet significantly impacts aircraft performance and requires careful flight planning. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) average 3.9 knots, with occasional maximum gusts reaching 17 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 3.1% of observations, providing relatively consistent wind parameters for navigation.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 2.1 knots. September through November represent the most favorable months for Visual Flight Rules operations, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential fog events, which occur in 11.6% of observations, and maintain standard high-altitude approach procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.